Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fluviatilis
ID:
744334

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.A.Graham

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 45 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743667



Common Names

  • Cuphea
  • Fluviatilis
  • River Cuphea


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Description

Cuphea fluviatilis (also called Fluviatilis Cuphea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 40 cm in height. It grows in grasslands, forests, and meadows at elevations of up to 2,800 m.

Uses & Benefits

Cuphea fluviatilis is an ornamental plant often used in rock gardens and as a houseplant. It has small, fragrant flowers and can tolerate dry conditions, making it a low-maintenance plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cuphea fluviatilis has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuphea fluviatilis is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed.

Where to Find Cuphea fluviatilis

Cuphea fluviatilis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chihuahua and Sonora.

Cuphea fluviatilis FAQ

What type of plant is Cuphea fluviatilis?

Cuphea fluviatilis is a flowering plant.

What is the typical height of Cuphea fluviatilis?

Cuphea fluviatilis typically grows to a height of about 20-30 cm.

What is the typical lifespan of Cuphea fluviatilis?

Cuphea fluviatilis typically has a lifespan of 1-2 years.

Species in the Cuphea genus

Cuphea alatosperma, Cuphea anamariae, Cuphea exilis, Cuphea filiformis, Cuphea lucens, Cuphea rupestris, Cuphea acicularis, Cuphea acinifolia, Cuphea acinos, Cuphea adenophylla, Cuphea aequipetala, Cuphea affinitatum, Cuphea alaniana, Cuphea anagalloidea, Cuphea angustifolia, Cuphea anisoclada, Cuphea annulata, Cuphea antisyphilitica, Cuphea aperta, Cuphea appendiculata, Cuphea apurensis, Cuphea aquilana, Cuphea arenarioides, Cuphea aristata, Cuphea armata, Cuphea aspera, Cuphea avigera, Cuphea bahiensis, Cuphea baillonis, Cuphea blackii, Cuphea bolivarensis, Cuphea bombonasae, Cuphea bonplandii, Cuphea brachiata, Cuphea brachyantha, Cuphea brachypoda, Cuphea bracteolosa, Cuphea bustamanta, Cuphea caesariata, Cuphea calaminthifolia, Cuphea calcarata, Cuphea calophylla, Cuphea campestris, Cuphea campylocentra, Cuphea carajasensis, Cuphea cardonae, Cuphea carthagenensis, Cuphea carunculata, Cuphea cataractarum, Cuphea chiribiquetea,

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,

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